Flocks of One

Author:   John Morano ,  Sarah Anderson
Publisher:   Grey Gecko Press
Volume:   4
ISBN:  

9781945760136


Pages:   312
Publication Date:   20 February 2019
Format:   Paperback
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Glyde, Gonzo, and Azul have one thing in common: they're all flying as flocks of one. Other than his father, Lupé, Glyde has never seen a pure Guadalupe petrel, so when he hears of a similar petrel in danger, he implores his father to join him in a daring rescue attempt. Along the way, Glyde is joined by Gonzo, an endangered ivory-billed woodpecker, Zomis, the last remaining passenger pigeon, and a barred owl who speaks only in Shakespearean English. Meanwhile, after losing his mate and being smuggled out of the shrinking Caatinga, Azul finds himself in the care of a celebrated conservationist. However, not everything is as it seems, and the Spix's macaw must fight to return to the place he knows best. But with a disappearing habitat and without a mate, can his journey lead him home? The John Morano Eco-Adventure Series is back with a fourth installment that asks the question: What does it mean to be home in a changing world? As the climate warms and habitats are lost, will the man-flock help the birds before it's too late, or will these flocks of one become flocks of none? Featuring a special introduction by Andrew Sharpless, CEO of Oceana.

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Author:   John Morano ,  Sarah Anderson
Publisher:   Grey Gecko Press
Imprint:   Grey Gecko Press
Volume:   4
Dimensions:   Width: 12.70cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 20.30cm
Weight:   0.340kg
ISBN:  

9781945760136


ISBN 10:   1945760133
Pages:   312
Publication Date:   20 February 2019
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock   Availability explained
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You really feel like you are that petrel or octopus struggling in a dying world. But the stories aren't depressing either. They spin magical tales made all the better by learning real ocean facts along the way. -- Martha Sorren, Azula Magazine Beyond his efforts at highlighting incredible, endangered species in his novels, John has also built a universe for his characters that is inclusive, diverse, and speaks to all readers. -- Sarah Evans, Junto Magazine A completely new approach to writing . . . like many animated classics, this is a story the whole family can enjoy. -- Terry Lipshetz, Home News Tribune . . . so well researched, so tightly written, at times it's difficult to tell where fact ends and fantasy begins. -- Roger Caras, best selling author & former President of ASPCA . . . delightful . . . powerful . . . perfect . . . good science within a clever story. -- Dr. Joan Ruddiman, The Messenger Press . . . astonishingly real . . . an educational lesson inside a very good read. -- Ocean County Observer Morano does something few writers do. He provides us with a unique perspective - that of the exploited animal. In doing so, he demonstrates just how profound and pervasive humans' effect on the ocean is. -- Roger Rufe, President of The Ocean Conservancy . . . [Morano has] creatively touched upon major subjects of contemporary interest, and I trust that [his] work will remain in print and discover a very large and appreciative audience. -- Gay Talese, best selling author Morano has the talent to connect with readers through prose that both informs and delights . . . He has great range as a writer . . . His books are delights: well researched and beautifully written, they contain powerful and important messages. He spins tales that have meaning . . . written in creative, stylistic verve. -- Dr. Douglas Anderson, Dean, Penn State College of Communication . . . a warm story . . . a great deal of imagination . . . a good job of pulling the reader into the story . . . I can see these novels some day as possible Disney movies. -- Dr. Will Norton, Jr., Dean, University of Nebraska College of Journalism and Mass Communications Morano has a clear, light style and can say a lot directly. He also has a fine sense of humor and makes you laugh out loud. -- B. A. Sweeny, The Herald (NJ) Morano challenges the reader to think, feel, and enjoy. I hope that no one passes up the opportunity to experience the message. -- Jason Chavez, Albuquerque Journal Morano redefines a classic genre. His eco-adventures speak to the young readers of today and allow them to look at the world around them and actually care about it. There are no `scare tactics' needed. Good writing is naturally engaging. -- Jennifer Anna, author and literary critic John has extended - if not introduced - environmentally-related topics such as scientific discovery, the perception of nature and technology, into broader sociological conversations on popular culture, American culture and literature . . . John's writing engages new audiences and serves to make complex issues accessible for individual and community reflection and action. -- Joy Ackerman, Chair, Environmental Studies Department, Antioch University


"""You really feel like you are that petrel or octopus struggling in a dying world. But the stories aren't depressing either. They spin magical tales made all the better by learning real ocean facts along the way."" -- Martha Sorren, Azula Magazine ""Beyond his efforts at highlighting incredible, endangered species in his novels, John has also built a universe for his characters that is inclusive, diverse, and speaks to all readers."" -- Sarah Evans, Junto Magazine ""A completely new approach to writing . . . like many animated classics, this is a story the whole family can enjoy."" -- Terry Lipshetz, Home News Tribune "" . . . so well researched, so tightly written, at times it's difficult to tell where fact ends and fantasy begins."" -- Roger Caras, best selling author & former President of ASPCA "" . . . delightful . . . powerful . . . perfect . . . good science within a clever story."" -- Dr. Joan Ruddiman, The Messenger Press "" . . . astonishingly real . . . an educational lesson inside a very good read."" -- Ocean County Observer ""Morano does something few writers do. He provides us with a unique perspective - that of the exploited animal. In doing so, he demonstrates just how profound and pervasive humans' effect on the ocean is."" -- Roger Rufe, President of The Ocean Conservancy "" . . . [Morano has] creatively touched upon major subjects of contemporary interest, and I trust that [his] work will remain in print and discover a very large and appreciative audience."" -- Gay Talese, best selling author ""Morano has the talent to connect with readers through prose that both informs and delights . . . He has great range as a writer . . . His books are delights: well researched and beautifully written, they contain powerful and important messages. He spins tales that have meaning . . . written in creative, stylistic verve."" -- Dr. Douglas Anderson, Dean, Penn State College of Communication "" . . . a warm story . . . a great deal of imagination . . . a good job of pulling the reader into the story . . . I can see these novels some day as possible Disney movies."" -- Dr. Will Norton, Jr., Dean, University of Nebraska College of Journalism and Mass Communications ""Morano has a clear, light style and can say a lot directly. He also has a fine sense of humor and makes you laugh out loud."" -- B. A. Sweeny, The Herald (NJ) ""Morano challenges the reader to think, feel, and enjoy. I hope that no one passes up the opportunity to experience the message."" -- Jason Chavez, Albuquerque Journal ""Morano redefines a classic genre. His eco-adventures speak to the young readers of today and allow them to look at the world around them and actually care about it. There are no `scare tactics' needed. Good writing is naturally engaging."" -- Jennifer Anna, author and literary critic ""John has extended - if not introduced - environmentally-related topics such as scientific discovery, the perception of nature and technology, into broader sociological conversations on popular culture, American culture and literature . . . John's writing engages new audiences and serves to make complex issues accessible for individual and community reflection and action."" -- Joy Ackerman, Chair, Environmental Studies Department, Antioch University"


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